Researchers say taking a chill pill could help ease heart disease problems for those with anger issues [Video]

SAN ANTONIO – A study funded by the National Institutes of Health provides clarity as to why anger might increase someone’s risk of heart disease or stroke.

The study placed people in a setting and had them recall past incidents that made them angry.

Researchers found that anger is linked to vascular impairment, which could lead to long term damage that can lead to heart disease. While anger is a natural emotion, reoccurring burst of anger could increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke.

The study showed that when staying angry for more than eight minutes, the participant’s blood vessels dilated. The study also looked at emotions of anxiety, sadness and neutral emotions, but the blood vessels did not have the same response.

Dr. Denetria Brooks-James, a local licensed clinical social worker, said taking deep breaths, taking a walk …